NIgeria Choices Reading

Which are the three largest ethnic groups in Nigeria today?

• A. Hausa-Fulani, Yoruba, and Igbo

• B. Kanuri, Tiv, and Yoruba

• C. Hausa, Kanuri, and Ibibio

• D. Igbo, Fulani, and TivA

What major religions are practiced in Nigeria?
A. Christianity and traditional religions only

• A. Christianity and traditional religions only

• B. Islam and traditional African religions

• C. Islam and Christianity

• D. Hinduism, Christianity, and Islam

What historical event does the term “Scramble for Africa” refer to?
A. Nigeria’s fight for independence in the 1960s

• A. Nigeria’s fight for independence in the 1960s

• B. The colonization of Africa by European powers in the 19th century

• C. The unification of Nigeria’s ethnic regions under British rule

• D. The industrialization of African societies

What was the purpose of the Berlin Conference of 1884–1885?

• A. To end colonial exploitation in Africa

• B. To decide which European powers could colonize African territories

• C. To unite African leaders in resisting colonization

• D. To discuss trade policies for Africa’s resources

What method of colonial governance did the British primarily use in Nigeria?

• A. Direct military rule

• B. Collaboration with traditional leaders under “indirect rule”

• C. Establishment of colonial assemblies with African participation

• D. Division of Nigeria into autonomous regions

Why was Lagos important to British colonization?

• A. It was a center for British education.

• B. It was the first city to resist colonization.

• C. It was a major port for trade, including the palm oil industry.

• D. It housed a large population of British settlers

What was a major effect of European treaties with African rulers during colonization?

• A. African rulers were restricted from entering treaties with competing European powers.

• B. African rulers maintained control over trade routes.

• C. African rulers gained military protection from Europeans.

• D. African rulers were able to expand their territories.

What justification did the British give for their colonial policies in Nigeria?

• A. To promote cultural diversity in Nigeria

• B. To create a unified Nigerian government

• C. To establish new African trading networks

• D. To “civilize” Nigerians and improve their quality of life

What impact did the Industrial Revolution have on European colonization of Africa?

• A. It decreased European interest in Africa’s resources.

• B. It increased the demand for raw materials and new markets, leading to colonization.
  

• C. It shifted European focus to Asia instead of Africa.

• D. It promoted African independence through industrial advancements

How did Nigerians respond to colonial rule?

• A. Some Nigerians resisted through violence or education efforts, while others collaborated.
  

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  B. Nigerians unanimously supported colonial policies for economic benefit.
  

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  C. Nigerians avoided all interaction with colonial powers.
  

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  D. Nigerians gained immediate independence through peaceful negotiations